Canvas Student Resources

San Jose State University uses a learning management system (LMS) called Canvas by Instructure. Canvas has a clean, intuitive user interface, featuring drag and drop usability; and a comprehensive grading tool. Canvas also allows faculty and students to configure their notification options to integrate with services such as Facebook, Twitter, text messaging and more.

To get started, log in to Canvas. You can also access Canvas from one.sjsu.edu.

Text-based Guides

Canvas Student Login Information

Canvas Student Quick Guide

Canvas Student Guides

Canvas App: Android Guides

Canvas App: iOS Guides

Canvas iPhone/iPad App Tutorial

Canvas Android App Tutorial

Syncing the Canvas Calendar

NameCoach Student Guide

Submitting a Video link

Information on Notifications/Default Settings

Student Library Resources for Canvas

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Accessing Groups in Canvas

Canvas Student Quick Guide - Groups

Viewing Instructor's Comments

Video-based Guides

Canvas Overview for Students

Assignments Overview

Assignment Submissions (Students)

Files Overview (Students)

Feedback Overview

Groups Overview

Grades Overview

Discussions Overview

Quizzes Overview

Calendar Overview

ePortfolios Overview

Chat Overview

Canvas Student App

Dashboard Overview

Collaborations Overview

User Settings

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